Sign Painter

Sign Painters are responsible for maintaining existing signs as well as creating new show-quality signs. They are also responsible for maintaining lettering, striping and graphics for the Disneyland Resort.

Responsibilities

• Restore and maintain existing On Stage and Backstage signage and graphics using all available photos, sketches, blueprints, and other documentation - to Disney standards
• Design and produce new signs using useful ideas with visual appeal, appropriate size, theming, material, and shape – under the direction of Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI)
• Produce new project signs from WDI supplied sketches, blueprints, and specs
• Read work orders, help coordinate needs with other crafts, and track the job until it is picked-up, delivered or installed. If needed, contact the requestor for clarification regarding the work requested, the work procedures, and the materials required
• Use basic hand tools and/or electric hand tools (using the appropriate personal protective equipment) to complete work
• Completes projects in a professional and timely manner with minimal supervision, taking into consideration budgets and deadlines.

Basic Qualifications

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role

Schedule Availability

• Typical schedule is Monday through Friday with occasional shifts on Saturday and Sunday; however, be available to work any day and shift (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays, and overtime.

Technical Abilities

• Experience, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed under “Responsibilities,” above
• Exceptional brush-lettering skills
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of graphic design, color theory and letter forms
• Ability to design, layout, and produce signs on a variety of substrates using hand lettering, screen-printing, air brushing, aging and graining, and basic computer techniques
• Ability to use layout, design, measurement and production tools common to commercial and graphic artists. Proficiency with water- and oil-based paints and inks
• Familiarity with - or the ability to learn - the Computerized Maintenance Management System (MAXIMO)

Additional Information

Those assigned to the Sign Painter position are required to attend an annual Respiratory Protection Training class and a Lead Awareness class. They are also required to submit to an annual medical evaluation, fit test, and a semi-annual lead/zinc blood test.

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; Shifts may start as early as 6:00 AM, while some may end as late as 10:00 PM. This role is Full Time and requires full availability, including working evenings, weekends and holidays when needed.

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The pay rate for this role in California is $34.84 to $49.68 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.